Maui Business
Maui Marine Council Names New Executive Director
The Maui Nui Marine Resource Council appointed Christina Lizzi as its new executive director, the group announced in its newsletter on Monday.
Hawai’i Economist’s Presentation to Comment on “Overtourism”
The Maui Nui Marine Resource Council is hosting a free lecture by economist Paul Brewbaker on Sept. 4.
Ashley HomeStore to Open in Kahului, Maui
Ashley HomeStore invites the public to the grand opening of its newest location in Kahului, Maui on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019.
Maui’s Holoholo Bookmobile Unveils Fall 2019 Route
The Holoholo Bookmobile’s Fall 2019 Route Schedule includes stops at Community Centers in Haʻikū and Pukalani as well as public stops in Kīhei and Lahaina.
Ekolu Lindsey Honored With Grassroots Initiative Award
The County of Maui, Department of Planning announced the selection of Edwin “Ekolu” Lindsey as the recipient of the 2019 Hawaiʻi Chapter of the American Planning Association’s Grassroots Initiative Special Recognition Award.
Charity Walk Raises Nearly $1.5 M, Distributed to 100 Maui Non-Profits
This yearʻs Maui Hotel & Lodging Association Charity Walk raised $1,316,956, the MHLA announced on Tuesday.
Sentry Tournament of Champions Looking for Volunteers
Volunteer registration is now open for the 2020 Sentry Tournament of Champions. The event offers the opportunity to get up close with some of the game’s biggest stars, such as defending champion Xander Schauffele, reigning FedExCup champion Justin Rose, Rory McIlroy and former champion Dustin Johnson. The winners-only tournament will return to the newly renovated […]
Application Deadline for Marine Science Internship Approaching
The deadline to submit an application for the Maui Ocean Center Marine Instituteʻs internship program is Aug. 30 at 5 p.m. The program aims to mentor college-level students who are interested in pursuing a career in marine science. Below is a list and description of the different internships available: Coral Reef Conservation: Students will engage […]
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Settles Case with Maui Realtor
The state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs announced that a Maui real estate agent has reached a settlement with the state for lying about a drunk driving incident.
Public Invited to Last Open House for Baldwin Beach Park Masterplan
The public is invited to view the final concept for the Baldwin Beach Park master plan on Aug. 22 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Pāʻia Community Center. Residents may drop in at any time during the open house and express their thoughts to DPR staff and the consultant team. This is the […]
Wailea Picked by AARP Fans as Top Second Honeymoon Destination
The Wailea area of Maui was named among the top 12 list of top locations for a second honeymoon destination, according to a list compiled by AARP.
NOAA Ship Rainier Lecture at Humpback Sanctuary, Aug. 13
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary in Kīhei will host their monthly Sanctuary Science Series on Tuesday, Aug. 13, from 6:30-7:30 pm.
Hawaiian Airlines to Launch New Maui to Las Vegas Flights in December
Hawaiian Airlines will begin four-times-weekly service between Maui’s Kahului Airport (OGG) and Las Vegas’ McCarran International Airport (LAS) on December 15.
Hawaiian Airlines Adds New Route to Tokyo
Beginning next summer, Hawaiian Airlines will operate an additional daily nonstop flight between Haneda Airport and Honolulu International Airport. The airlines announced last Friday it received final approval from the US Department of Transportation for the new route. “As the U.S. airline offering the most flights to the most markets between Japan and Hawai‘i, we […]
Pukalani Superette School Supply Donation
Pukalani Elementary School’s 77 fourth graders and their teachers are the beneficiaries of Pukalani Superette’s inaugural school supply donation project.
New Campaign Launched Encouraging Public to Ride the Maui Bus
The campaign comes following the introduction of two new 40-foot-long Eldorado transit buses that transportation officials say are brighter, quieter and safer than previous buses.
Community Meeting on Wailuku Town Improvements, Aug. 19
The County of Maui Department of Management hosts a community meeting to discuss the Wailuku Town Improvements project, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 19, at ʻĪao Theater.
Last of Proceeds from A&B Maui Ag Land Sale Invested
Alexander & Baldwin invested the final proceeds from the sale last year of Maui agricultural lands, according to the company’s second quarter 2019 report.
Rotary Club of Kahului’s Mike Lyons Palaka Awards, Aug. 16
The Rotary Club of Kahului announced it will hold its 2019 Michael H. Lyons II Memorial Scholarship Palaka Celebration Fundraiser and Golf Ball Drop on Friday, Aug. 16 at the King Kamehameha Golf Club, beginning with a social hour at 4 p.m.
Nominations Sought for Board of Land and Natural Resources
The governor is seeking BLNR applicants with “balanced and inclusive perspectives,” who are committed to the conservation and protection and sustainable use of Hawaiʻi’s natural and cultural resources.
